Sea Otters Review

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What is cellular respiration?

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Cellular respiration is the process by which cells convert glucose and oxygen into energy, carbon dioxide, and water.

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What is the carrying capacity of an ecosystem?

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The carrying capacity is the maximum number of individuals of a species that an environment can sustainably support.

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What happens to a population that exceeds its carrying capacity?

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The population starts to die off due to limited resources.

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What is biodiversity?

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Biodiversity refers to the variety of life in a particular habitat or ecosystem.

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What is a keystone species?

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A keystone species is a species that has a disproportionately large effect on its environment relative to its abundance.

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What is an ecosystem?

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An ecosystem is a community of living organisms and their interactions with the abiotic components of their environment.

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What is the role of photosynthesis in the carbon cycle?

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Photosynthesis removes carbon dioxide from the atmosphere and converts it into organic matter.

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What is an invasive species?

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An invasive species is a non-native species that spreads widely in a new habitat and causes harm to the environment, economy, or human health.

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How does removing a keystone species affect biodiversity?

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Removing a keystone species typically leads to a decrease in biodiversity.

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What is the difference between biotic and abiotic factors?

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Biotic factors are living components of an ecosystem, while abiotic factors are non-living components, such as climate and soil.